1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1980 BMW M1
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1980 BMW M1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB4 | M1 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |